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Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Access to the very best art of our time

The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) offers access to the very best art of our time in two iconic locations. The downtown campus captures the energy and vibrancy of the city with site-specific installations by artists Jenny Holzer and Richard Serra, and soaring exhibition spaces that once housed the baggage building for the historic Santa Fe Depot. MCASD provides an unprecedented variety of experiences for the community, showcasing an internally recognized collection and a dynamic schedule of exhibitions and public programs.

The Museum offers free with admission public tours at the Downtown location at 2:00 PM on Saturdays.

Neighborhood: Downtown

1001 Kettner Boulevard at Broadway
San Diego, CA 92101

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Contact Info

(858) 454-3541
info@mcasd.org

Hours

MCASD Downtown welcomes people to artistic performances
exhibitions
events
and experiences following a flexible schedule.
Please check our events for more: https://mcasd.org/events

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Events to check out

Event

Chef's Dinner: The Study of Brassicas

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
Oct 10, 2024

Curated by Executive Chef and Partner Tim Kolanko of The Kitchen, celebrate the season with a five-course dinner and welcome toast. This month's series features a presentation of broccoli,...

Event

Free Second Sunday

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
Oct 13, 2024

On the second Sunday of every month, the museum offers free admission to all visitors. No reservations are required for Second Sunday admission. From 11AM – 5PM, explore For Dear Life: Art,...

Event

Play Day: Sprouting Sculptures

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
Oct 13, 2024

Join us on Free Second Sunday for our free family series, Play Day! Inspired by the piece Medicine Woman (1993) by Beverly Buchanan, on display in MCASD’s new exhibition For Dear Life: Art,...

Event

The Shop x Superplastic Presents:

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
Oct 13, 2024

Celebrate the launch of an exclusive adult and children's clothing collection made in collaboration between The Shop and artist Pursue, alongside the launch of a new colorway of the BunnyKitty...

Event

Free Third Thursday

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
Oct 17, 2024

On the third Thursday of every month, the museum offers free admission to all visitors. No reservations are required for Third Thursday admission.

What to Know:

  • Admission ticket is valid for 7 days and allows you to visit both locations
  • Military and families and 25 and Under free admission is sponsored by Qualcomm
  • Catch the Amtrak or trolley directly to the Museum (and get $2 off admission)

Don't Miss:

  • San Diego's most creatively lit stairwell, with installation by Roman de Salvo
  • Enjoy an evening of music art and cocktails with TNT (Thursday Night Thing)

More Information

  • Destination Weddings
  • Weddings
  • Historic Landmark
  • Ocean View
  • Group Seated Capacity: 200

What to Know:

  • Admission ticket is valid for 7 days and allows you to visit both locations
  • Military and families and 25 and Under free admission is sponsored by Qualcomm
  • Catch the Amtrak or trolley directly to the Museum (and get $2 off admission)

Don't Miss:

  • San Diego's most creatively lit stairwell, with installation by Roman de Salvo
  • Enjoy an evening of music art and cocktails with TNT (Thursday Night Thing)

More Information

  • Destination Weddings
  • Weddings
  • Historic Landmark
  • Ocean View
  • Group Seated Capacity: 200
  • Group Reception Capacity: 500
  • Catering Onsite
  • Meeting Events
  • Buyout
  • Group Travel
  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
  • Public Events
  • Kid Friendly
  • Tours
  • General Admission - Adult
  • General Admission - Senior
  • Waterfront

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